Barrett Memorial Library

in Williams Bay on Geneva Lake

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Barrett Memorial Library

 in Williams Bay on Geneva Lake

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Authors Thor Ringler and Seth Jovaag join Barrett Memorial Library (Williams Bay) and Delavan Public Library in sharing their book, “MY LIFE, MY STORY”.

Over the last 12 years, writers with the My Life, My Story project at the Department of Veterans Affairs have interviewed over 10,000 veterans and written short stories about their lives. Each story was reviewed and edited by the veteran, and with their approval, added to their VA medical record. Any VA provider who is caring for that vet can easily find their story and read, in their own words, what matters to them, who matters to them, and why. 1,000 Words: Stories from the VA’s My Life, My Story Project is a book which shares the stories and photographs of 15 of those veterans.

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Silly, spooky, suspicious, scary, sad and shocking are the stories of Lake Geneva’s past. History is not always about heroes! It’s filled with plenty of true stories to entertain and or appall you, such as: What happened to the Native Americans? Why did the dams fail? What is on the bottom of the lake? What did Prohibition mean to the area? Who were the undesirables? What’s with the 1967 riots? Where are the architectural marvels of Geneva today? What’s the gossip on the 1955 bank robbery, prohibition gangsters in the 1930’s and scandals in the Maple Park neighborhood? Join Michael Rehberg from Black Point Estates and Gardens for a surprising walk through our past!
April 14th, 6:30PM
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Library Volunteer Opportunities

Please join us for the next meeting of the Barrett Book Club as we discuss anything by Rhys Bowen on Saturday April 11th at 10AM at the Library. Copies of the books are available behind the desk at the Library. New members are always welcome!

Room Reservations

Barrett Memorial Library is seeking a student, ages 14 and up, to assist with general Library duties. A good candidate will enjoy working with people, be organized and have a good work ethic, and have a willingness to learn new things. Hours might vary and will include evenings and weekends.

Please submit your application via Google Form HERE or pick up a paper copy at the Library.

Application deadline: March 30th